Apply as an adult

Application Procedures for Adult Students

An adult student is someone who graduated from high school (or GED) at least two years ago and has never attended college, or is over age 25.
If you have attended college somewhere else, you should apply as a
transfer student.

Step 1 Step 1
Submit the Admission Application
Step 2 Step 2
Submit a non-refundable $40 application fee.
Please note: The application fee is waived for those who have served in the military.
Step 3 Step 3
Submit your high school transcripts or GED results
Step 4 Step 4
If you are under age 21, submit ACT or SAT scores
ACT Writing Test is recommended

Although we encourage you to apply online, you also may print a copy of the Admission Application.


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The University of Akron
Office of Admissions
Simmons Hall 109
Akron, OH 44325-2001
Phone: 800.655.4884
330.972.7100
Fax: 330.972.7022
Email: admissions@uakron.edu

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